The Unusual Suspects

Graham Hogg

WRC - Senior - ANTH - Santa Cruz, CA - Advisor

Legend has it there exists a man who is the very embodiment of California, and owns a collection of bro-tanks to inspire envy in even the chillest of surfer bros. His blue eyes reflect the waters of the Pacific, his resplendent waves of hair evocative of the Golden Hills at sunset. Like an ocean, he is mysterious and vast. He is Graham Hogg. Luckily for you all, the legend is real and has decided to award Incognit-O Week with his presence. In reality, Graham doesn’t even surf. However, he can improvise a mean keyboard solo and was a founding member of the Beach Boys, so don’t worry baby, his California cred stands strong. Should you happen to find yourself at a dance party this O-Week, I encourage you keep an eye out for the whirling mass of limbs that is Graham. Go ahead and dance, but proceed with caution. It is rumored that one unlucky soul that attempted to keep up with his dance moves was found in the middle of the Texas desert eight days later with no memory of life prior to meeting Graham. Such is life with your new advisor, so just sit back and soak in the good vibes, brah.

- Dorrie Bruggemann, WRC ‘15

Alice Jiang

Duncan - Junior - BIOC - Dallas, TX - Co-Advisor

Alice Queen Jiang. Cuddliest creature ever. If you ever go out with her, you’ll need to allocate an additional fifteen minutes to allow her to hug every single person she slightly knows on the path to your destination. But she’s worth the wait. She’s an aspiring doctor, an Alternative Spring Break site leader, a Biochemistry and Cell Biology major, and a Poverty, Justice, and Human Capabilities minor. Essentially, she’s out to save the world. She loves to explore Houston on her fixed-gear bike, thrift like there’s no tomorrow, and rock that fanny pack like it’s 1989. When she’s not singing in the shower, you can find her writing adorable cards to her friends, arguing with her parents in Chinese, or witnessing her athletic prowess on the yoga mat. She speaks three languages, plays the flute, and is especially talented at ruining photos. If you can’t find her during O-Week, look for the indie girl with the high cheekbones, welcoming smile, and fingers extended to “sloth” her new friends. (You’ll know what we mean when you meet her.) Basically, Alice will be the greatest advisor and friend you could ever imagine, provided that you don’t put your feet on her bed.

- Eleanor Wardleworth, Duncan ‘16 + Dylan Mendelson, Duncan ‘16

David Vien

WRC - Sophomore - CSCI - Houston, TX - Advisor

Well congratulations, my friends, you did it—David Vien is your O-Week advisor! Hailing from Houston, TX, this unusual suspect has got it goin’ on. When he’s not busy acing organic chemistry exams and calculus problem sets, you can find David in one of three places: 1) in the Sock-em-Bopper boxing ring, 2) at the Will Rice ping-pong table, or 3) on the middle of any and every dance floor. But seriously, the dude’s got moves. (Rumor has it that during the school year he works part-time as a Dougie instructor. Make him prove it.) Also, David’s got this whole incognito thing on-lock. He’s pretty much a professional ninja, and he’s not afraid to show it. You know those t-shirt ninja masks? Yeah, he can whip those out like a boss. But on to more serious matters. Want some physical activity? Ask David about volleyball and working out (he lifts brah). Craving late night food? Ask David about Chacho’s (it’s a cultural experience). Need someone to talk to? David will always be around to listen (and to laugh). To put it simply, if you’re having a good day, a bad day, or…just a day in general, David’s your man! You guys are honestly the luckiest O-Week group ever. No matter what the situation, David will always be there to help you make it through. So drop all of your fears and worries and anxieties about college, and GET EXCITED!

- Chase Romere, WRC ‘14

Anniina Ala Seppälä

WRC - Sophomore - POLI - Hollola, Finland - PAA

Hei, minun nimeni on Anniina Ala-Seppälä, kuumin asia mitä olet koskaan nähnyt. Translation? Yo yo yo! Wassup my pretty little Americans?! The name is Anniina and she hails from the great nation of Finland. Her hobbies may or may not include ice fishing, watching Disney movies an abnormal amount of times (*cough Frozen cough*), YOOHOO, BIG SUMMER BLOWOUTS! Why is she in Houston, I hear you ask? Well, ‘’the hot and the cold are both so intense, put ‘em together and it just makes sense.’’ She is a sophomore graduating in the spring of 2017 and majoring in political science. She is also considering a minor in PJHC – ‘’Perfection, Joy, Hotness and Charm.’’ Or as boring people call it ‘’Poverty, Justice and Human Capabilities.’’ Lucky for you, she is one of your O-Week PAA’s. So if you need an excuse to talk to her, academics are her forte. Need further convincing of how awesome she is? She is also a member of Rice’s varsity swim team that won conference her freshman year. No. Big. Deal. Cue Beyoncé #flawless.

- Taylor Armstrong, Martel ‘16